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The Best Mexican Marinade For Steak Fajitas

The Best Mexican Marinade For Steak Fajitas

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Elevate your gatherings with The Best Mexican Marinade For Steak Fajitas, a flavorful blend that transforms any cut of meat into a succulent delight. This marinade, featuring a vibrant mix of pineapple, orange, and lime juices, imbues your steak with a tangy sweetness and savory depth that’s perfect for family barbecues or taco nights. It’s not just limited to flank steak; this versatile marinade works wonders on chicken or turkey too! Easy to prepare and perfect for grilling, it ensures each bite is bursting with flavor. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy delicious fajitas topped with your favorite fixings.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 4 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic (peeled and rough chopped)
  • 2 lbs flank steak (or chicken/turkey)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, orange juice, lime juice, brown sugar, and minced garlic until well combined.
  2. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade for later use. Marinate the flank steak in the remaining mixture inside zip-lock bags for at least two hours in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the grill to 500°F (reduce to 400°F after placing the meat).
  4. Grill the marinated steak for about 5 minutes on each side for medium rare.
  5. Let the cooked steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve with grilled vegetables and reserved marinade.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 265
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg